News

East Midlands SMEs trading overseas can benefit from expert diplomatic insight

today5 March 2026 7

Background
share close

The East Midlands Chamber has welcomed a new Diplomatic Advisory Hub that gives firms access to timely geopolitical insight and strategic advice.

Delivered jointly by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and the British Chambers of Commerce, the hub helps with understanding of new regulation, responding to geopolitical shocks and anticipating trends in global trade.

East Midlands Chamber Chief Executive Scott Knowles said: “We know that trade delivers growth which is why working hard to support more businesses across our network to tap into overseas markets. Working with the Foreign Office, the new Diplomatic Advisory Hub will do just this, supporting firms across the East Midlands to shine on the world stage. In turn, these opportunities will mean more investment into local communities and more good quality jobs for hard-working people across the region.”

Visit the Diplomatic Advisory Hub here.

Written by: Ian Perry

Similar posts

Derby

Spondon stretched but could have 1,200 more homes

By Nigel Slater - Local Democracy Reporting Service Fears that “terrible” traffic in a Derby suburb could worsen have intensified with the possibility that it could have almost 1,200 new homes. Developer Bloor Homes has written to Derby City Council outlining its intention to build up to 240 homes on […]

today6 March 2026 8


103.5 & 96.8 FM

LOVE MUSIC

LOVE EREWASH

Office: 0115 888 0968
Studio: 0115 930 3450

Erewash Sound, The Media Centre, 37 Vernon Street, Ilkeston, DE7 8PD

© Copyright 2026 Erewash Sound CIC. All Rights Reserved. Company Number 6658171.